Matt Gallagher
Awesome neighborhood restaraunt/bar. Great vibe to the spot and really good food. Went for Sunday lunch. Had great coffees, soup, snacks and sandwiches. The briar chowder was very unique and delicious. I had the chefs special cutie sandwich, also delicious. Would definitely recommend and will go again.
… moreLinda McLoon
This the place we all wish was within walking distance from our homes. Where you could just stroll over for your morning coffee, or pop in for lunch, or meet up with friends for a cocktail and some lighter food. We were there for dinner, but it is not a dinner place. That being said, we had funky interesting cocktails and a fabulous chicken liver mousse. The more substantial flood is only sandwiches. I got the open face hot chicken sandwich. It was good and very “home cooked”. My husband has the zio vecchio – mortadella, burrata, pistachio pesto, and regular on cianatta. Very nice, indeed.
Is this like eating at Spoon and Stable? No. Is it a lovely place to sit with your computer, drink nice cocktails or coffee and chill? Yes. Do I wish I lived closer? Yes.
The staff is fabulous. Friendly and accommodating. The ambience is quiet and calm. The experience – very relaxing.
… moreMEL B!
I had a fantastically horrible, stressful, tear-filled day. I do not live in the area and Googled best drinks in Minneapolis and this place came up.
It was packed when I arrived. I saw a corner of donations and info on whistles. I knew I came to the right place.
The cutie sandwich is awesome. The dip for potato chips is divine. The espresso martini hit the spot. And the bourbon moon drink is happiness. The gluten-free oatmeal cream pie cookie- I have no words.
The atmosphere is most welcoming and diverse. I met new friends and the staff are very attentive, carry great convo and overall awesome.
This will definitely be a regular haunt for me soon. 🙂 Thanks for making my horrendous day much happier and tolerable.
… moreDan Lee
Stopped in for a quick breakfast on my way to the golf course. I had read a good review of their Pork Cutie breakfast sandwich in the MN Star Tribune, and I was not disappointed! After ordering at the counter, I grabbed a small table and waited for this culinary delight to be delivered. Staff was friendly and my food came out quickly. Will definitely return when I am in NE Mpls!
… morenatalie padilla-gillett
What an amazing surprise! High quality food, progressive vibe, fresh clean environment. Small neighborhood Bistro just a short detour off the highway. Worth the stop! The K’evan Keen had me at the first bite. Flavorful and overwhelmingly fresh to the senses. Perhaps the fresh dill. All was lite (as opposed to heavy in your gut) and a medley of flavors that played well together. The Chowder was like nothing I had tasted before. The olives gave it a salt kick to the otherwise smooth, mild yet flavorful soup. Sandwiches served in unexpected china. The decor was mostly retro with some antique looking odds and ends to modern. I know it seems contradictory but all put together in a way that feels genuinely progressive. Very queer welcoming.
… moreOtoki Sicily
This has become one of my all time favorite neighborhood spots. Their coffee drinks are made with oat milk unless you ask otherwise, and their cocktails are well balanced and delicious.
Currently hooked on their meatball soup, which they don’t always have but when they do i order at least one.
Other must orders:
-The chips and dip, the onions are crunchy and have an interesting flavor from the coffee brine
-Sancho Panza, an amazing veg sandwich.
-Briar chowder is a rich yet light sweet potato soup with olives and giant white beans
-Kevan Keene egg salad sandwich is my favorite of their breakfast only sandwiches
-waffles are crispy, sweet, tart, and fun to eat. They’re not overly sweet thanks to the blackberry puree.
… moreAllie Hanson
Amazing cafe in NE Minneapolis!! I came here for breakfast and coffee and had a truly delightful experience. This is definitely going to be my new go-to whenever I’m out running errands in NE.
To start, we had outstanding service here: the barista was extremely nice, our orders came out quickly, and my latte was beautiful. On top of this, their food was absolutely delicious: we tried their waffle and pork cutie to eat, which were packed with flavor and the perfect breakfast portions. In particular, the blackberry curd on the waffle was just that right amount of zing for me These dishes were also super fairly priced.
Not only is their food and service great, the cafe itself is gorgeous—it’s got a vintage vibe and somehow manages to feel both cozy and spacious at the same time. I loved all their decor and plants too. It looked like they also had a very nice patio which I imagine would be lovely in the warmer months.
I highly recommend checking out The Briar if you’re in NE! I will definitely be back for coffee, and I know they have a bar and serve cocktails later in the day so I can’t wait to return to pay an evening visit too.
… moreJennifer Fox
We had a beautiful evening as we sat outside on the patio visiting over Coffee, and specialty nonalcoholic drinks. We didn’t eat, however, their food looks delicious.
When we found that there was no big name, coffee shops available on a Saturday night around 9pm. We were pleased to find The Briar located on the corner of a neighborhood. This place made a special night as we celebrated my birthday.
… moreThe Modest Foodie
The employees are always friendly and welcoming. The food is always prepared fresh and to order. The desserts and coffee are top notch. There’s also an outside seating area that we hope to take advantage of next time we visit!
… moreKatherine David
Cute little coffee shop sells breakfast sandwiches, soups, salads. Patio with lots of seating in the back, dogs are welcome. Good service. I stopped in after a walk to the farmers market in NE mpls. I got the pork cutie breakfast sandwich and lavender iced coffee both wonderful.
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